2022 Vickery Watervale Riesling

John Vickery is a legend of the Australian wine industry and is widely acknowledged as the old master of Riesling. His illustrious career spans over 50 years at the likes of Leo Buring and Richmond Grove during which time he amassed more than 50 Trophies and over 400 gold medals. He was also responsible for the re-introduction of screw caps with his 1998 Richmond Grove Watervale Riesling.
Brilliant water like core with a subtle greenish tinge around the edges. Jumping out of the glass are aromas of lime juice, citrus and orange rind which are complimented by distinct talc and chalky mineral notes. Generous yet zesty in its feel, concentrated lime juice and citrus flavours are underscored by crunchy acidity with some orange rind, steely talc like and mineral characters lurking in the background. Finishes dry, long and zippy.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

Other Reviews…..
What’s better than one great vintage? Two great vintages in a row. Clare Valley winemakers must be wondering what they did right to earn two fantastic years side by side: 2021 and 2022. Riesling lovers are in seventh heaven. In the hands of masters like Keeda Zilm and the legendary John Vickery, great fruit becomes great wine. The Vickery Watervale Riesling ’22 is a real beauty. Intense, aromatic and in balance with citrus blossom, lime cordial, grapefruit and green apple layers underscored by taut acidity. Just grape, acidity and a little alcohol (12%), nothing else. What a magical mix. Precision plus, and all the ingredients are here for a long life. Drink 2022-2032.
95 points
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